1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ferrari | Westfield |
Model | 250 GT | ZEI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |